Trucking Services - Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command is seeking a specialized trucking service to transport equipment and components between Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery, ME and Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE NLON) in New London, CT. The contract requires a fully enclosed box truck capable of transporting six 4'x4' pallets with a maximum load capacity of 12,000 lbs. Contractors must provide vehicles with a pallet jack and lift gate, operate Monday through Saturday, and adhere to strict base access and security requirements. Drivers will need to meet specific security clearance protocols and operate within precise pickup and delivery time windows. While no formal evaluation criteria were explicitly stated, contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and demonstrate the ability to meet the detailed transportation and security specifications outlined in the Statement of Work.

The pre-solicitation notice is set aside for total small business participation, targeting the Specialized Freight Long-Distance Trucking category (NAICS 484230). The anticipated contract performance period is 10 months, with variable daily load volumes involving transportation of non-hazardous equipment including software, hardware, electrical components, valves, and wiring. Trucks will be required to make daily full truck load (FTL) movements with specific routing between Buildings 153 and 170 at PNSY and Pier 12 at SUBASE NLON. The solicitation is expected to be posted in June 2025, with a current due date of June 6, 2025. While no specific award value was mentioned, the contract requires significant operational capabilities including precise scheduling, secure transportation, and compliance with military base transportation protocols.